Description
Celebrate the arrival of spring with this vibrant Herby Spring Pasta Salad With Protein. Bursting with colorful veggies, aromatic herbs, and hearty protein, this dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a refreshing light dinner. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a delightful way to enjoy the season’s fresh flavors. Dive into this bowl of goodness that will leave you and your guests craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup grilled chicken or chickpeas (for vegetarian option)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced red onion.
- Add chopped basil and parsley along with your choice of grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the salad mixture.
- Toss everything gently until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- For optimal flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg